Cybersecurity Project-Based Consultant

July 25

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Consulting for Higher Education • Functional area consulting (financial aid • enrollment • HR • Finance)

51 - 200

Description

• Conduct technical assessments of an institution's IT systems, networks, and applications to identify potential vulnerabilities and weaknesses. • Provide findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear, concise manner. • Work collaboratively with IT team to address ongoing risk assessments and audits to ensure that client security measures are effective and meet regulatory requirements. • Collaborate with other cybersecurity professionals to ensure a coordinated response to security incidents. • Assist in the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and training programs that align with current best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, related field, or equivalent experience. • 3-5 years of experience in a cybersecurity-related role, such as a CISO, security analyst, penetration tester, or IT auditor. • Experience working with industry-standard security frameworks such as NIST or CIS. • Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or GIAC are preferred. • Demonstrated ability to stay current on common exploitations, attack vectors, and techniques used by cybercriminals and threat actors. • Advanced technical skills in using specialized security tools and technologies to conduct assessments in hybrid technical environments. • Knowledge of applicable regulations, such as FERPA, GLBA, PCI DSS, and HIPAA. • Knowledge of vulnerability assessment and penetration testing methodologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and assess potential security risks. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly and concisely present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively and meet tight deadlines. • Strong leadership skills to manage and mentor junior team members.